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Can Man Boobs Grow Back After Gynecomastia?

If I have a gynecomastia breast reduction for men, are the results permanent, or can the man boobs grow back?

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Swelling and Fluid Accumulation After Male Breast Reduction

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Miguel Delgado, MD

I can not view the pics, but if fluid is present it should be removed. If not removed the fluid can lead to a list of potential problems. Your plastic surgeon will know how to deal with this issue.

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Deformed Chest After Male Breast Reduction?

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Miguel Delgado, MD

Your body will be going through a healing phase.  Scar tissue is certanly present and requires time to resolve.  The shape sometimes takes four to six weeks to see the outcome.  The swellig needs to come down during this time frame.  The sharp pains will resolve as well.

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Can a Crater Deformity Be Fixed After Gynecomastia?

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Miguel Delgado, MD

When the arms are raised the entire chest structures change.  You must decide on the outcome of your gynecomastia with your hands by your side looking into a mirror. You also have scar tissue which alters how things appear.  If the crater appears with your arms down this is a issues and fat g...

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Sunken Chest After Male Breast Reduction

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Tim Neavin, MD

I agree with prior post.  Too early to draw conclusions. A photo would help.  However, don't sweat it because even if a depression develops it can be filled in.  Follow up with your doc and express your concerns.

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Swollen Areolas After Liposuction and Nipple Reduction

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Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS

Thank you for your question.After #gynecomastia #surgery, #bruising and #swelling are normal and usually increase slightly after the removal of any tape or foam. The bruising will decrease over 3-4 weeks, but may last as long as 6 weeks. The majority of the swelling will be gone within the first...

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Kenalog Injections Possible for Gynecomastia?

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Miguel Delgado, MD

Steroid injection are not the treatment for Gynecomastia and will cause problems. Steroid injections are used the reduce scarring in the incision and occasionally after surgery for deeper scarring.

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